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Githeri
Kenya
Kenya's most democratic dish. Eaten by schoolchildren from metal plates and at traditional Kikuyu gatherings.
Boiled maize and beans — whole maize kernels and red kidney beans slow-cooked until tender, eaten as a simple stew. Kenya's most basic and beloved comfort food.
Prep
10 mins
Cook
90 mins
Difficulty
Easy
Calories
430 kcal
Serves
4
Calories are an estimate based on ingredients used
Ingredients
300gdry kidney beans, soaked
300gdry whole maize kernels, soaked
2tomatoes, diced
1onion, diced
oilfor frying
saltto season
Method
1
Boil soaked beans and maize together for 60-90 minutes until both are completely tender.
2
Fry onion and tomato. Add the cooked beans and maize. Stir. Season.
3
Serve as a stew with ugali or alone.
Chef's Tip
Both the maize and beans must be completely tender — undercooked maize is unpleasant.
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